Fire Drills and ‘Mind Control’: Life Aboard China’s Space Station
Shenzhou-21 astronauts on China’s Space Station practice fire drills, manual docking, medical emergencies and cutting-edge experiments to pave the way for long-term stays in orbit.
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Chinese Mainland Urges Stability in Iran Amid US Military Threats
The Chinese mainland’s foreign ministry urges Iran to stay stable amid US threats, opposing interference and force, and calls for peace in the Middle East.
China Urges Respect for All Nations’ Rights in the Arctic 🌊
China’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning says all countries’ lawful rights in the Arctic must be respected after US President Trump’s Greenland remarks. 🌐❄️
China’s People-First Anti-Corruption Push at CPC’s 5th Plenum
China’s top anti-corruption body meets Jan 12 to review 2025’s eight-point decision results and plan 2026 tasks, keeping up a people-first campaign against graft.
China Says No External Interference in Taiwan Question
China’s foreign ministry said on January 9 that Taiwan is a matter for the Chinese mainland alone, leaving no room for external interference amid cross-strait tensions.
China Warns Dividing Spheres of Influence Undermines Security
Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning warns dividing spheres of influence won’t make nations safer, calling for common and cooperative security.
Chinese Mainland Warns Over Japan’s Security Document Revisions
Chinese mainland spokesperson Mao Ning warns Japan’s plan to revise three national security documents this year could accelerate remilitarization, urging global vigilance.
Chinese mainland: No country can act as world’s police after US strikes on Venezuela
At an emergency UN Security Council meeting, the Chinese mainland criticized US strikes on Venezuela, insisting no country can act as the world’s police after Maduro’s forced transfer.
Xi Jinping Welcomes ROK President Lee Jae Myung in Beijing
Chinese President Xi Jinping welcomed ROK President Lee Jae Myung to Beijing on Jan. 5, 2026, kicking off his state visit to the Chinese mainland with talks on trade, tech and cultural cooperation.
China’s Wang Yi Rejects Imposing One Nation’s Will Amid Venezuela Crisis
China’s Wang Yi says no country should impose its will on another amid the volatile Venezuela situation, urging respect for sovereignty and dialogue over coercion.